Scrum Master

Project Role : Scrum Master
Project Role Description : Acts as an enabler for the effective functioning of a software development team using Agile methodologies. Coaches and mentors the Scrum Team(s), removing barriers to successful implementation and enabling a continued focus on the task at hand. Facilitates scrum and agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Identifies and reports progress via appropriate metrics.
Must have skills : Agile Project Management
Good to have skills : Agile Program Management
Minimum 7.5 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : Min Grad

Summary: As a Scrum Master, you will be responsible for enabling the effective functioning of a software development team using Agile Methodology. Your typical day will involve acting as a custodian for the Agile process, ensuring all scrum processes are used as intended, removing barriers to successful implementation, and keeping the team focused on the task at hand. Roles & Responsibilities: - Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. - Act as a coach and mentor to the team, helping them to understand and implement Agile principles and practices. - Collaborate with the Product Owner to ensure the backlog is well-groomed and prioritized, and that the team is delivering value to the customer. - Identify and remove impediments that are preventing the team from achieving their goals, and escalate issues to management when necessary. - Track and report on team progress, using metrics such as velocity and burn-down charts to help the team continuously improve. Professional & Technical Skills: - Must To Have Skills: Strong knowledge of Agile principles and practices, with experience in Agile Project Management. - Good To Have Skills: Experience in Agile Program Management. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. - Strong leadership and facilitation skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire the team. - Experience in using Agile tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Agile Central. - Knowledge of other Agile frameworks such as Kanban and Lean. Additional Information: - The candidate should have a minimum of 7.5 years of experience in Agile Project Management. - The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in computer science, engineering, or a related field, along with a proven track record of delivering successful Agile projects. - This position is based at our Bengaluru office.